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Sanchez and Starmer Forge New Ties Amid Geopolitical Tensions

9/5/2025

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Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez and UK PM Keir Starmer held their first bilateral meeting since 2017 in London.
They signed a strategic collaboration agreement addressing trade, security, and migration.
The meeting builds on a recent deal regarding Gibraltar, aiming to enhance post-Brexit relations.
Sanchez criticized Western policies on Gaza and both leaders discussed geopolitical matters, including Ukraine.

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Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez and UK PM Keir Starmer held their first bilateral meeting since 2017 in London.
They signed a strategic collaboration agreement addressing trade, security, and migration.
The meeting builds on a recent deal regarding Gibraltar, aiming to enhance post-Brexit relations.
Sanchez criticized Western policies on Gaza and both leaders discussed geopolitical matters, including Ukraine.